Sleepy Fox Hollow sunset

It had been foolish to climb the mountain paths at such a late hour and she knew that now, as the sky deepened in color and the light began to fade. It had been difficult to navigate within the forest that cloaked the hillside, and now seemed impossible; but the girl was growing desperate now, and had become turned around more than once.

It would be sensible to camp for the night. Either that or fumble her way along in the dark, and likely kill herself in the process. She passed what felt like the same tree for the umpteenth time, and with a sigh closed her eyes to recite a prayer for guidance under her breath. 

Viv had found traces of wolf-scent as she had wandered, and the last thing she wanted was to upset anyone in their home - and at such a late hour! Would it benefit her to call out? Maybe; just as well, she could incite panic or confusion and be set upon by teeth. At an impasse, she kept herself in a tight ball beneath the tree and hoped for morning light.